Canon EOS R Long Term Review: 1 Year Later

[@tombuck]

Time Markers: 0:00 - R You Ready? 1:51 - The Main Things I Love About the R 2:43 - The RF Mount 3:53 - The Top Down Display 4:40 - Price and Lineup (R5 & R6) 7:01 - Where the R Fits in My Workflow 7:41 - Autofocus & Eye AF 8:36 - Video Resolutions & Bitrates 9:27 - What I Don’t Like About the R 12:57 - I Give it an 11/10 13:37 - Perfect vs. Perfect for You

[@NeziNappsakaNezi]

OMG, Tom! I love how you are using the new time stamp feature. I heard about how, KZbin, updated the feature, but you are the first person, I've seen, that's actually using it. I kept staring at it, because, it is at the bottom of your video screen, with little slots of each category, to each time stamp. Freaking Awesome! Okay, I'm finna watch the rest of your video.

[@daledimassi416]

Did you shoot this video on the R? The focus pulsing is already hurting my eyes and I'm only 2 minutes into the video.

[@tombuck]

Yes this is the R

[@daledimassi416]

@@tombuck The image quality is great, but not sure if it's following your hands when you move them around or something. Is there a setting to slow how fast it focuses?

[@f_r_e_d]

Your wish came through. $1500 at adorama lightly used

[@GavinFuller]

@10:32 Dude, I've totally mapped my star button as a toggle between the EVF and Back Screen when I have the EVF set to manual. Total life changer. I use it daily.

[@tombuck]

Wait...this is brilliant!! THANK YOU! Edit: I just made this change and it fixes everything 🤯

[@GavinFuller]

@@tombuck BAM!

[@AndrewLeong]

Love mine too. Even the lack of stabilisation doesn't bother me because the digital is so good. I just wish it had 1080p 120fps sign autofocus!

[@LedgerStatus]

100% agree, nice video. I just bought the R a few weeks ago and completely agree with your analysis (including the clunky method of video/photo switching. I can't justify the new models when this is priced so well and gets me so far along the path that I want to be on. Really enjoying your channel, thanks for doing these!

[@tombuck]

You’re welcome! Glad you’re liking your R!

[@AaronAbernethy]

Be honest - did it bug you that you couldn’t shoot the B-Roll of your EOS-R with your EOS-R?

[@tombuck]

Now you know why I need a second one! And I think the proper term is “R-roll”.

[@lowrider130]

I love mine! I only wish it had 1080 at 120fps. Also, I agree the switch from video to photo is annoying. It was better on my t5i.

[@Legrandchef94]

Still love mine... it’s a beast for photography

[@EricWen]

Omg that intro was incredible!!!!! I loved it so much. Actually brought a smile to my face. (Rest of video was awesome too!)

[@tombuck]

It was so much fun to make! I’d love to do more like this.

[@HHTV60]

I had a EF 24-105 F/4 and then sold it and bought the new RF 24-105 F/4. I also now have the RF 35 mm f/1.8. Rf glass is much sharper than EF. Also, because you don't have the EF/RF adapter, the setup becomes lighter. New RF lenses are coming this year, and I look forward to getting some shiny new primes and maybe the 100-500 mm zoom. Cheers-

[@CaptainJCRage]

When it was released I was like MEHHHH! It was too expensive with very lackluster specs compared to the competition not to mention the horrible crop in 4k. I was shooting with Sony A7iii and A7r3, I'm still shooting with Sony for both photo and video primarily for my vlogs BUT then they made the price drops, the firmware updates which gave it an accurate EYE AF (the Sony is still king when it comes to AF performance IMO it is second to none), and the biggest thing that actually happened is they released the 15-35mm f2.8 IS RF lens! Now I only shoot my vlogs with the EOS R and I'm also thinking of buying another one.

[@tombuck]

That’s cool to hear! I love the perspective from someone who does both Sony and a Canon. 👍

[@p_adam19]

The proximity sensor can be fixed by using light-blocking sheets and cover it halfway. After that, the auto-shift jumps less between the two.

[@tombuck]

Smart idea! I like it.

[@danfraire6857]

Happy Anniversary brotha!

[@tombuck]

It's been quite the love affair!

[@KeithsTVHD1]

I can`t wait untill the Canon EOS R5 comes out!

[@tombuck]

I’m so interested to see it in real life!

[@diegolima4241]

I just ordered mine. Looking forward to get it! Great video!

[@tombuck]

You’ll love it!

[@btecww]

Great practical review.Love your evaluation process

[@tombuck]

Thank you! I really appreciate that!

[@BasicFilmmaker]

I’ll be upgrading from my love, the 5D I’ve been using for years. This is definitely on my list. Great video. 👍

[@tombuck]

You use the 5D III, right? The autofocus is really a nice upgrade.

[@BasicFilmmaker]

@@tombuck Yep - 5D. I also have a Canon XF-400 and GX10 and the auto focus by Canon is simply spot on and amazing. Thanks!

[@frasergaffney]

I mapped my screen on/off to my * function button so I can do away with the proximity sensor and manually switch between the EVF & rear screen. It's a usable solution to a bit of a bad design, however it's a pain that you have to do this.

[@tombuck]

Yes! Another comment mentioned the same thing and I switched it, and it really fixes the issue! I didn’t even know this was an option 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@ChuckJones84]

YOU ARE THE MAN!!! THAT'S THE PERFECT IDEA! NO APOLOGY FOR THE CAPS!

[@scottsater]

Tom! I am so STOKED now! Your KZbin Video here "made my day!" I am about to pull the plug and pick this up on Black Friday (Or a Holiday Sale!) I have sold off a couple of my L lenses (EF) to make room for the EOS R and One RF Lens! And I can't wait! I own the 6D, which has been a terrific camera for me. I will definitely keep using it as my "second" for portrait work. But while I know the R5 and R6 are "out there," I just cannot afford the 5, and really DO love everything I've researched about the R. The Good Ol' R! For me....what you said makes SUCH good sense! We'll always find nitpick details. But if we look at what works/will work for us ~ then those are meaningless. Not being a wedding shooter, I do not need dual card slots. And the IBIS is not a concern for me. So I'm all in! Thanks for getting me all revved up about my new purchase in the coming weeks. Great review! Thanks much :)!!

[@tombuck]

Exciting! Keep an eye on canonpricewatch.com for the best deals. I had the original 6D also, and it was a great camera, but you'll notice a huge improvement with the R!

[@mattjohnstonz8858]

I just need to now how you got that awesome colorful background for your opening montage

[@tombuck]

It’s stock footage in a computer display behind the camera 👍 I made a video about how to do it a few months ago.

[@mattjohnstonz8858]

@@tombuck Cool! I'll have to check it out, thanks for responding so fast :)

[@isaac_russell]

For the viewfinder issue, I just set a custom button (whichever button works best for you) then use that to switch between screen and viewfinder.

[@tombuck]

Yep! I learned about that in the comments for this video. It really makes things a lot better!

[@neilfullframe]

I just bought one .... again. I just loved the R when i used it a year ago. Sold it to try Fuji but now I’m back to Canon. Really can’t beat it !

[@lionroots11]

Thanks for all your great video, does the Eos has a v-log? Flat profile to record ?

[@tombuck]

Yes! It can record 8 bit C-Log internally, and 10 bit to an external recorder. I'm working on a video to cover all of the video settings I use with the R. 👍

[@lionroots11]

@@tombuck thanks brother

[@itmspeakers1294]

I've been torn on getting one of these as my next upgrade. My 5D mkiii is my go to camera, but I'd like higher resolution for crop ins. I agree that not having a top display would be a big loss for me, so the new R6 (according to the predictions) wouldn't do it for me. The R5 looks amazing, but the price might be too much for my budget. I love having dual card slots especially for events, but I'm considering getting an R and using my mkiii for a backup. Great video Tom, as usual! Although I just got a M50 for my video....and it's awesome!

[@tombuck]

Thank you! There’s a new rumor that the R5 will be under $4000, which puts it in line with the other 5D releases. That’s beyond my budget, but much better than some of the other higher rumored prices. The biggest step up on any of the R cameras come from the Mark iii would be autofocus in video!

[@itmspeakers1294]

@@tombuck Agreed Tom. The trouble is I'm a cheap SOB and I buy my gear used when I can. My mkiii had 23k shutters when I bought it a year ago for $800! I'm going to stalk those R shooters that had a back-up body that they now will need to get rid of to get their R5. Fingers crossed.

[@iheartchiropractic]

Great review. hearing so much about your personal experience really helps. Thank you!!!

[@tombuck]

You are welcome!

[@cjstudios5170]

I own 2 of these bodies that I use everyday in business since November 2018. In fact, I traded a 5D MKIV for the second body after a day of use with the first body. They have not let me down! Form factor was exactly what I needed. Flip out screen was perfect for those 'round the corner shots (I shoot mostly real estate). Low light AF is amazing. As you pointed out, I wish Canon did not place that sensor where it did that causes screen blackout when I am using gimbal (certain angles) or in tight spaces.

[@tombuck]

A few people in the comments here taught me you can map display/evf switching to the star button, which totally fixes everything 👍

[@jondee6145]

@@tombuck any chance you do a video showing people how to do this?

[@joncarolino]

I’ve been debating on whether get an R or wait for the R5 or R6. But let’s talk about the background to your Broll. What did you use? A tv? Your Mac? Haha.

[@tombuck]

Haha! I used a computer display. I found a tutorial on the Artlist KZbin channel about using displays as background and thought it was really clever. Here's the video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4DSaqmdmZ2InM0

[@joncarolino]

Bro, I love it. It’s very Mandalorian of you ;)

[@tombuck]

If it’s good enough for them, I guess it’s good enough for my KZbin channel 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@ElliotBeastman]

wait for the r5 r6 then buy an eos r

[@RiffsAndBeards]

The EOS R is my main camera for my Channel and my only complaint is the garbage mic preamp (which all Canon's seem to have for some reason). Other than that? Perfection.

[@tombuck]

I've been fussing with the preamp lately, trying to get better audio. Basically I ended up boosting the gain on my Videomic'so I could lower the camera's gain even more and it helped a bit.

[@lionroots11]

Sorry I guess its C-Log for canon? I have gh5 its call v-log

[@NeziNappsakaNezi]

That is an awesome video camera. I don't know if I'm ready for it, yet. I love my mirrorless, M50, because it's a baby beast, but the, R lineup, I gotta get ued to. Great video and review.

[@tombuck]

The M50 is an absolutely terrific camera 📸

[@jasminezero145]

Hi Tom, May I know which lens are you using for the talking head portion of this video specifically? Issit the Sigma or the Canon? Thanks!

[@tombuck]

It's the Sigma 24 1.4 👍

[@kwameryan]

Hey Tom! Last week, a friend decided he didn't want to shoot any more and gave me (!) his lens kit with these lenses: Canon 28-200 f3.5 - 5.6 Canon 17-40 f4 Canon 70 - 200 f2.8 IS iii I own an A7iii with just one full frame lens (24-70 f4) but with all this Canon glass it's very tempting to sell the Sony, switch to Canon and look for a full frame mirrorless body. What would you do, and is the EOS R with adapter a good option for this lens kit?

[@tombuck]

Wow that’s a great collection! I’ve never used the 28-200, and I’m thinking it might not be for full frame cameras. But the other lenses are stellar. As for switching cameras, I love the R, but that is a big step. It might be work looking for a Canon EF to Sony M adapter if there’s one out there. 🤔

[@FantabMedia]

Which lenses do you use for video? Which ones have the best video AF? Thank!

[@tombuck]

I love the Sigma 24 1.4. It lives on my camera 90% of the time.

[@Sergey_Sergeev]

Are you still filming your current videos with the R?

[@tombuck]

I switched to Sony last year, but I still use my R as an extra camera for closeups and special angles.

[@ScottEdwards]

Dream camera! I use the 200d at the moment for my channel and love it but you definitely get what you pay for. Hoping to upgrade to a 90d fairly soon and use the 200d as my second camera as much as I’d love an R! Love your channel! 😊

[@tombuck]

Thanks Scott! The 90D seems like a really good camera with a ton of features. I’ve tried ordering some for my students at work, but haven’t received them yet 😬

[@ScottEdwards]

The Enthusiasm Project if you manage to get your hands on one please make a video on it! 😊

[@svajasart2942]

I am thinking to upgrade and maybe that will be the most suitable sollution.

[@tombuck]

Everybody’s needs are different, but I love this one!

[@SenshiKudo]

I'm seeking an upgrade into full-frame, mirrorless.. I very much needed this review and you did amazing job laying all the features, pros and cons.. Thank you

[@tombuck]

I’m so glad it helped! I actually did order a second R which should arrive today, so I REALLY like this camera.

[@SenshiKudo]

Watching it again, found out I didn't "like" it before haha!

[@Samdalabona]

I am a Sony user and whenever I watch these I consider selling everything and starting again lol Great video!

[@tombuck]

Haha, I get it. But it’s nice to live in a time when there are so many awesome camera options. Sonys are terrific 👍

[@weezyg.5724]

I was so hesitant of Canon, I been with Nikon for 15 years, I rented the Eos R and loved so much, I sold all my Nikon gear and went with the EOS R, I own 2 already and thinking to get the RP as back up, the EOS R don't have glowing specs. But trust me works better that any brand out there.

[@bojangbg]

Which Sony you have

[@thebentzenable]

I just bought the A7iii 😅 I was a canon Shooter 😁

[@RomelosLife]

Great video and recommendations on the Eos R

[@markshirley01]

The lack of photo to video switch killed the R for me. Im a hybrid event shooter and I switch back and forth all the time. Im hoping there is a efficient system on the R6.

[@tombuck]

I miss the old switch so much! Considering the R5 doesn't bring it back, I wouldn't get my hops up for the R6 to have it. Although, who knows- Canon has been known to make bizarre choices in the past.

[@JohnArmwood]

Well said. I love it for both photos and videos

[@TeeDeVane]

Excellent video as always man! Question for you? What dummy battery do you use to go alongside the Cam-link to use it as a webcam?

[@tombuck]

I actually just use the regular LPE6. Since the camera isn’t recording, the battery can almost last an entire workday. I haven’t yet found a good power solution for the R...

[@TeeDeVane]

The Enthusiasm Project ah ok cool and can you disable auto shut off when using battery power so you don’t have press a button or something to keep the camera awake?

[@tombuck]

Yep. It’s in one of the power saving settings.

[@kingsamvisuals]

Map a button to manually swap displays in the custom function menu

[@tombuck]

Yep, I learned about that today! I didn’t realized it was a function you could map.

[@GiacomoZonco]

I agree that the EOS R is pretty great but I must say some things that sometimes bother me are: -The absence of a joystick, I know that you can use the touchscreen and it works super smoothly after 1.4, but I feel like it's sometimes a little hard to reach without loosening your grip -The battery life is a little weak, I don't know if it's my batteries but I feel like I cannot use it for more than a day like I used to do with the 80D (I hope the new batteries from the R5 will be compatible!!) -Maybe IBIS, for smoother video recordings? But apart from that I am super satisfied!

[@tombuck]

I can agree with your points. Even if not a joystick, the standard dial/scroll wheel on the back would have been nice. Battery life has been great for me, and most of my batteries are a bit older. It's not quite as good as my 6DII, but I think it's normal for DSLRs to have better battery life since they don't constantly consume as much power. And IBIS would definitely be cool, so I'm glad that the new cameras will have it.

[@Bigbandfan99]

Love mine as well! Questions since you use it as a webcam do you have a problem having it turnoff after 15 mins or is that only for recording video.

[@tombuck]

You can change the power settings so that it doesn’t turn off. I’ve literally used it in 7 hour Zoom meetings 👍

[@jondee6145]

@@tombuck good to know!

[@AdrianWilsonBridders1234]

Does anyone know how to customise IS on the R as each time i trigger the EVF the IS is active all the time and being so used to DSLR’s the IS only activates on first touch?

[@xaviertx89]

Great video as always🙌🏽👍🏽

[@Tudorguy-zw1ik]

Was this video recorded using the eos R? 4K or 1080p? Lens used? Thanks

[@tombuck]

The shots of the R were with the 6D Mark II and 24-105

[@jondee6145]

@@tombuck this was a great video. It is making me think that I should buy it! For your main video did you use the Sigma 24 1.4 Art lens? Also could you please do a video showing what results you get when you this as a webcam for Zoom? Do you get any audio sync lag when using it on Zoom?

[@CoolhandLukeSkywalkr]

6:12 Of course Canon is working on the EOS R Mark ii, and per the rumors, it's going to be a lot nicer than the R6. For instance, the EOS R Mark ii has the CFast/SD cards like the R5, along with the vastly improved deep-learning auto-focus system, not to mention the brand new 32 megapixel sensor they are said to be working on for the EOS R Mark ii. The R6 is a prosumer camera, but the R5 and EOS R Mark ii are both professional photography cameras.

[@tombuck]

That all sounds awesome, I’d love for it to be the case 👍

[@CoolhandLukeSkywalkr]

@@tombuck Yeah, by the way, the video specs are the exact same on the R6 and the EOS R Mark ii, 4k60 full frame no crop, that's the rumor.

[@ItzSi]

Im still waiting for the magical price drop 😎

[@andrewdoeshair]

great video! I have about the same likes and dislikes as you. I'm one of the rare ones who thinks the 4k crop is kind of useful, allowing for more functionality out of wider lenses and ultimately letting me get more use from less gear (whenever very specific resolutions aren't as important as very specific framing). I also HATE the multi button press required for mode switching, and in that same area I hate that the auto focus modes (particularly annoying in photo) also require multiple buttons to change-- the 5Diii and 5Div have registered auto focus points so you can grab a different point or area by holding one button or another, to instantly engage whatever focus mode based solely on muscle memory without checking or changing anything, but the R and RP both require you to press a few buttons (and also a menu scroll on the RP) to switch from say, a single point in one shot to tracking in servo. It's the most infuriating work flow I've ever encountered with a canon camera and for some reason I feel like I'm the only one complaining about it.

[@tombuck]

It's strange that they chose to change some things that were dialed in and working so perfectly for so long 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@dripllc5088]

Do ef-s lens work with the adapter?

[@tombuck]

Yep!

[@dripllc5088]

@@tombuck Thanks

[@kasinavenkat]

Thanks for letting me know about canon price watch , i was able to get refurbished R for around 1300..hope no issues with the model i will be getting 🤞

[@tombuck]

I'm sure it will be fine, but either way, everything comes with a full warranty. Congrats on your new camera!

[@PrestonJensen]

That intro and outro were awesome 🔥!!! I’m sold on the Cannon (I shoot the Sony a6400 and love it)! Looks like a great camera. Does this camera have a record limit? Can you use this camera as a webcam without a capture card? Keep up the great work!

[@tombuck]

It has the 30 minute record limit, but it hasn’t been an issue for me. The only way to use it as a webcam without a capture card would be to use the beta EOS software that canon just released. It works ok, but the compatibility is a bit funky.

[@bardzozlymisio]

I couldn't agree more. When I was buying this camera it has been the most criticized camera on the market. Crop 4k, 120fps in 720, etc. I was torn between EOS R and Sony. Today, after a year I'm very happy I bough EOS R. I love the way it sits in my hand, ergonomics, I love to picture and colour it produces. I mostly do video 1080 i C-log - so nice and easy to grade. I even like touch bar which I use for white balance K. I would totally buy it again. EVF sensor - I got used to it. Switching between video and stills - I don't care, I just don't switch :P

[@tombuck]

It's a REALLY enjoyable camera to use! It was funny to watch everyone criticize it when it came out, and then within 6 months see that so many people were using it as their main camera.

[@glennparker8247]

How does the sigma lens work In 1080?

[@tombuck]

Wonderfully- that's how I use it 95% of the time.

[@glennparker8247]

@@tombuck have you tried the 35 or 50 1.5 art lenses by any chance?

[@Chininton]

I'm upgrading to the EOS R as my first ever full-frame camera as well as my first mirrorless camera

[@tombuck]

You'll love it! Congrats!

[@thomaslarmit6434]

Nice video! I'm actually considering on buying the upcoming Canon Eos R6. I think it's a perfect camera for many users and really checks off a lot of boxes that videographers tend to ask for. I honestly don't know why I hear so little from the R6, and only from the R5. R5 has features that are really unnecessary. Besides, I see a lot of people mocking about 'only' 20mpx on the R6, while the R5 has 45. But I feel like the R series are actually built for videographers in general more than photographers and now every photographer on internet is mocking about the mpx...

[@tombuck]

From what I gather. Canon was planning to release the R5 first and them promote the R6. Now it sounds like they’ll be announcing release dates for both at the same time in early July, so I guess we just have to wait and see.

[@rupertpaw2738]

Is the Eos R good for sports photography - equestrian and pet photography?

[@tombuck]

Sports is the only one that might be a bit iffy depending on your needs. I’ve used it to shoot football games and gotten great results, but it’s nothing like a 1D or other dedicated sports DSLR.

[@kienobimedia]

Agree with you 100%. Love this camera

[@1young-geezer]

Absolutely agree, EOS R owner since it came out, love my RF lenses. Have not shot one second of video, I'm a stills shooter, and LOVE it. It is the most wonderful camera in the hand, hands down (hee hee hee). Seriously, whenever I get to look at it, pick it up, use it, view the results, I just love it. Soooo refreshing to view your thoughts and magnanimous interest in this maligned cam. Thanks for that.

[@tombuck]

Nice adjectives! My experience e]was almost opposite since I bought it mainly for video, but once I started using it for photos too I was absolutely blown away. I still can’t believe the results sometimes 🤯

[@danielirvine7468]

So is it way better than the 6D mkii

[@tombuck]

As much as I loved my 6D, yes I would say it’s better in nearly every way. And since the prices are getting closer and closer, I think that makes it an easy decision.

[@TheAxeman33]

Freat video. Thank you so much. I've been using Canon cameras since starting Art College way back in 1965 .. My 5D4 is my current camera ..

[@tombuck]

Oh wow, that’s a long history! The 5D4 is such an outstanding camera. 👍

[@ThePataylor]

Great video, has a lot of information. I was also able to get some help from Canon in the UK through Canon Live a chat service they now have to understand the system a bit more

[@Papas-BBQ]

thanks Tom for the great video (as always :) ) - i really love my R - the only thing for me thats annoying (you have right) is the sensor for switching between evf & display :)

[@tombuck]

A few comments here taught me it’s possible to map the screen/evf switching to the star button. I did it and it made things so much more usable.

[@Papas-BBQ]

The Enthusiasm Project Hey Tom - great Tipp - didn’t know before - tryed it now & its great 👍🏻 😊😊😊 Thank you

[@MSladekPhoto]

It's fun to see you excited and passionate about the gear you use. Indeed, there is no perfect gear, just gotta find the stuff that fits your individual needs best. And not judge others for choosing stooooopid Canon instead of Fujifilm. LOL! Also, loved the "overly sensitive EVF sensor - not that it cries when it receives constructive criticism." Cheers!

[@tombuck]

They’re all awesome tools with different strengths for different folks. 👍

[@freshprynce2352]

What lens did you use with this video on your EOS R?

[@tombuck]

This was filmed with a combo of the Sigma 24 1.4 and the Canon 24-105 (the old EF version).

[@freshprynce2352]

The Enthusiasm Project your videos, thumbnails and content is always eye catching and refreshing! I love your work and thanks for the tips along the way, I'll be starting my own channel soon and I love coming back to your channel for inspiration! Thank you

[@SudeepSD]

Superb video man ! Recently found you . Great content. Subbed ;)

[@tombuck]

Glad you’re here- hopefully the videos are helpful and/or entertaining!

[@SudeepSD]

@@tombuck They definitely are mate ! Keep going , also check out my stuff if possible. I'd love to have you in a podcast of mine which is in works

[@ttracemusic]

Great review. Like the positive vibe (tired of 10 things wrong with...). Also - you sound like the Bible project guy - or he sounds like you. Subscribed.

[@tombuck]

Thanks Tim! I try to stay positive (there's enough negativity in the world). I appreciate the kind words!

[@SimplyAubs]

Great video! I was *also* thinking of your desire to have a *second* R for the b-roll of the R. 🤪 Thanks for the 1 year review!

[@tombuck]

The I’ll be in a real pickle when I want b roll of both R’s! 😬

[@SimplyAubs]

The Enthusiasm Project well...shoot...there’s *ANOTHER* problem! 🤦‍♀️

[@maskedmillionaire]

I really R-preciate this video lol

[@tombuck]

Bravo 😁

[@LeoNelBuilds]

While the EOS R5 is basically a dream come true, it’s way out of my budget... but the R is more than enough for my needs, so I look forward to picking one up for an even lower price now that the R5 is all the buzz

[@tombuck]

I’m also very curious to see what will happen to R pricing when the new cameras are officially released 🤔

[@LeoNelBuilds]

The Enthusiasm Project you can already get one for $1499 on the Canon website.... I guess we’ll see 😁

[@tombuck]

I’ve also heard that if you call Canon direct and ask for “Loyalty Program” ricing you’ll get even more. I’ve never done it myself though.

[@kent2000100]

I’d agree with is you in general, but really wish it had ibis.

[@tombuck]

I do too, BUT a while back I was playing around with the R and the Sony A7III, which has IBIS. When I compared the footage I couldn’t believe how much smoother the Sony was. It looked like the R didn’t even have any stabilizer turned on...but then I realized I mixed up the footage and had it backwards. The electronic stabilizer of the R outperformed the Sony’s IBIS by quite a bit! Of course, this is anecdotal, but I found it interesting.

[@kent2000100]

The Enthusiasm Project - About 9 months ago I bought my my first Canon, eos R. I really like it compared to my Olympus. Mostly, I’m a stills enthusiast. Video is a little over my head, bit rates, fps and 4K vs 1080p. It’s kind of all Greek to me. Enjoyed your video.

[@tombuck]

I’m glad to hear it!

[@game2572]

Canon has a EF lens for every photo and video situation. They are still developing the RF mount so they are spending their RD into the new mount. Think about having a new baby compared to a pre teen. A newborn is going cost money every check; diapers, wipes, clothes, special food.

[@tombuck]

Yep- this is why I am currently sticking with EF lenses, especially since the adapter works so well.

[@Tech1Tv]

Good video but this camera is expensive for $2600. 4K crop, no 60fps and no IBIS are stupid. I wanted to get it for videos but i am fine with my Canon EOS 77D 😁

[@tombuck]

The 77D is outstanding! But the R does have 60fps and is roughly $1700 ( opposed to $2600). 👍

[@thinkvlog_4life503]

I can't wait to buy this camera :( 600.00 dollars more and I'll have it!! Currently using the Canon m50 lol

[@tombuck]

You’re so close!

[@jtdiddy3160]

So R5 or R6?

[@tombuck]

If I had to choose, the R5 100%

[@BLEEJazz]

I am so glad that I sold my 6D to buy EOS R 1 year ago. I also sold all my EF lenses to buy RF 50mm F1.2 lol

[@tombuck]

Ooh, you went all in on RF? Very cool.

[@sweetbabysean]

dang dudeeeeeee

[@jasonnowwhat5041]

FYI...I will cry if you offer my channel any constructive criticism

[@NerdAffiliated]

I thought I was good, with not buying the EOS R, after getting a new M50 Lens. But somehow, I find myself back here. lol

[@tombuck]

I get it, especially with the insane deals now. I finally ordered my speedbooster for the R, so I’m excited to try that. And for the record, I was setting up a stream yesterday and said to myself, “You know, a third camera would be helpful here...”

[@אלוןאנגל-ה9ש]

I will definitely purchase and USSR after the price will drop a bit I'm still in the ABC world because of the price I don't want to pay too much still loyal to my 80d from Canon works great but I would love to switch to br40 better options and bitter Orleans elections but yeah thank you for the video you certainly help me decide I probably will buy one mirrorless full-frame mirrorless aps-c like and the m5 mark ll or something like it cuz I think I need one from each

[@tombuck]

Definitely got to do what works best for you, and the 80D is an absolutely awesome camera.

[@MegaBrosSquad]

How don't you already have 1m subscribers?

[@tombuck]

Only 981,000 to go!

[@isart3757]

incridble color science ,,. best autofocus.... but the problem file size 3 times larger than compared with sorry , Panasonic, fuji Wrost pixel quality ( resolution is a matter )

[@burritobrosvideos8060]

This camera is good but does have some real problems, here they are: 1. No ibis 2. No 1080 120 fps 3. Only shoots up to 5 fps with continuous autofocus 4. Not many affordable rf lenses If none of those things bug you than this is a very good camera to buy. I sold mine because the sonys didn't have these issues but I did like the eosr.

[@aram.v]

1.75x Crop 😳

[@heatherjustcreate]

I have a crush on you. That is all.

[@tombuck]

Careful. I’m married 😬

[@plisskenetic]

That 4K crop factor clamor is blown so bloody out of proportions! Those who complain about it are simply the whiny uncreative idiots who can't figure out any work-arounds.

[@jkingimages]

That's my game plan, also. Waiting for the price drop when the new models launch. Then I will add a second EOS R to my kit.

[@LuisMarquez80]

Your love story with R is making me want to switch from Sony.

[@tombuck]

I mean, it is an awesome camera, but so are the Sonys 👍

[@PaulFeinberg]

Use whatever works best for you......The Sony AF is better for sure, but like he said there isn't really a bad camera out these days. I think one of the biggest drawl backs for me on Canon is the weight and size. My sony lenses are so much smaller than the Canon RF lenses (and cheaper too lol). I like having no issues using the weebill S with my Sony with pretty much any lens.

[@bojangbg]

It's basically overpriced. Missing so many features on those eos cameras that i sold my eos R after 2 months after frustration. But the flip screen is the best thing here...

[@zacredacted2137]

Native glass is insanely expensive and therefore (no matter how nice) this camera is inaccessible. The camera made me want the native glass because it's so good, fast, and accurate, but it's just impossible unless it's your job to use your camera (or you have a lot of disposable income).

[@tombuck]

The prices are absurd right now, but it works great with EF glass, which I personally love 👍

[@zacredacted2137]

Hobbyist, enthusiast, prosumers, people who like to waste money...etc.

[@tombuck]

Ding ding ding! 🙌🏻

[@CalmDownJack]

seems to me that humans dont look as good on EOS R than the 6d/80d/60d

[@mattwruff]

THROWING THE FLAG for a FOUL! - Sorry if you have a few minor complaints then your score is HAS to be 9 or 9.5!! YOU CAN’T give more than a 10!

[@tombuck]

Now I upgrading it to a 12.4 🥇

[@canonlandwhale1228]

I see that you still need to get your dad joke fix...

[@MrShadowsports]

40+ years with Canon. EOS R = Nope. The first two things that come to mind are battery life and that touch bar.

[@tombuck]

I've found the battery life to be excellent. Easily on par with any other Canon DSLR I've owned, especially those that take the LPE6. The touch bar is definitely a "controversial" feature. Seems like Canon gave up on that one.

[@angellondian7628]

C-3 or custom C settings can not record in C-log. If it had C-log I would use that option all day

[@angellondian7628]

I almost. Almost gave you a dislike for the pirate. Almost. Good job. Have one too and love it.

[@tombuck]

🏴‍☠️

[@angellondian7628]

The Enthusiasm Project 😆